#4C312B

#4C312B

Overview

#4C312B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 76, 49, 43, in HSL 10.9Β°, 27.7%, 23.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 35.5%, 43.4%, 70.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4C312B

RGB

76, 49, 43

HSL

10.9, 27.7%, 23.3%

HSV

10.9, 43.4%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.5%, 43.4%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3437 0.0412 33.0

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #4C312B;
color: #4C312B;
border-color: #4C312B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.78:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C312B?

RGB(76, 49, 43) · HSL(10.9, 27.7%, 23.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.5%, 43.4%, 70.2%)

Does #4C312B meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C312B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C312B background; contrast on black is 1.78:1.